Exploring Abstract Art
Saturday 29 March
Capitol Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Rebekha Laughlin
Dive into the world of colors, shapes, and endless creativity! In this hands-on class, you'll explore the beauty of abstract art, learning fun techniques to express yourself without limits. No rules, no pressure - just you, your imagination, and a canvas waiting to come alive. Perfect for beginners and seasoned creatives alike, this is your chance to experiment, play, and create a masterpiece that's uniquely you!
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 19 April
Capitol Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Rebekha Laughlin
Ready to unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun-filled beginners' drawing class where we'll explore the exciting world of art! In Part 1, we'll dive into the essentials of drawing, covering lines, shapes, values, and perspective, giving you the foundation to confidently sketch anything you imagine. This class will be focused on giving you the essential tools required for studying images and creating your own compositions. You are free to draw whatever you please, but for tutorial purposes a series of objects for you to study will be provided .
Portrait Drawing Basics
Saturday 10 May
Capitol Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Rebekha Laughlin
Ready to turn blank pages into stunning faces? This fun and beginner-friendly class will guide you through the basics of portrait drawing, from proportions to shading techniques. Whether you're sketching a friend, family member, or just making up a face, you'll learn how to capture personality and detail like a pro. Grab your pencils and let's bring your portraits to life - one stroke at a time!
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 31 May
Capitol Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Rebekha Laughlin
Ready to unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun-filled beginners' drawing class where we'll explore the exciting world of art! In Part 1, we'll dive into the essentials of drawing, covering lines, shapes, values, and perspective, giving you the foundation to confidently sketch anything you imagine. This class will be focused on giving you the essential tools required for studying images and creating your own compositions. You are free to draw whatever you please, but for tutorial purposes a series of objects for you to study will be provided .
Introduction to Oil Painting
Saturday 21 June
Capitol Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Rebekha Laughlin
Step into the world of rich colors and timeless techniques with this fun and beginner-friendly oil painting class! Learn how to mix, layer, and bring your ideas to life on canvas. Whether you're dreaming of vibrant landscapes or classic still-life masterpieces, this class will give you the tools to make it happen. No experience? No problem! Let's get messy, creative, and inspired together!
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 12 July
Capitol Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Rebekha Laughlin
Ready to unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun-filled beginners' drawing class where we'll explore the exciting world of art! In Part 1, we'll dive into the essentials of drawing, covering lines, shapes, values, and perspective, giving you the foundation to confidently sketch anything you imagine. This class will be focused on giving you the essential tools required for studying images and creating your own compositions. You are free to draw whatever you please, but for tutorial purposes a series of objects for you to study will be provided .
Tonal Drawing
Saturday 02 August
Capitol Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Rebekha Laughlin
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of shadow and tone.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of tonal drawing, including the use of value, contrast, and composition. We will cover topics such as creating a tonal range, building contrast, and simplifying composition to create a clean and striking image.
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 23 August
Capitol Hill - 10am - 2 Hours
Rebekha Laughlin
Ready to unleash your creativity? Join us for a fun-filled beginners' drawing class where we'll explore the exciting world of art! In Part 1, we'll dive into the essentials of drawing, covering lines, shapes, values, and perspective, giving you the foundation to confidently sketch anything you imagine. This class will be focused on giving you the essential tools required for studying images and creating your own compositions. You are free to draw whatever you please, but for tutorial purposes a series of objects for you to study will be provided .
UW Quad Cherry Blossoms Landscape Photography
Saturday 29 March
University of Washington - 6:30am - 2 Hours
Kevin Murphy
Capture the stunning cherry blossoms in full bloom at the University of Washington Quad. This sunrise landscape photography session will focus on composition, lighting, and settings to make the most of the golden morning light. With fewer people around, you'll have the best opportunity to frame your shots without distractions. Whether you're a beginner or experienced photographer, this event will help you refine your skills in a beautiful seasonal setting.
Street Photography Meetup
Saturday 12 April
Pike Place Market - 10am - 2 Hours
Kevin Murphy
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Sunset Photography Meetup
Saturday 19 April
Roozengaarde - 5:30pm - 2 Hours
Kevin Murphy
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival offers an incredible opportunity to photograph endless fields of vibrant tulips at both golden hour moments, sunrise and sunset. This session will focus on capturing the depth, color, and patterns of the flowers with proper exposure techniques, composition tricks, and lens choices to enhance your images. Join us for one or both sessions and create stunning springtime photographs.
